Easy Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe

Alright, let’s dive into this culinary gem, folks! We’re talking about “Easy Creamy Tuscan Chicken,” which is just as fancy as it sounds. Picture tender chicken, a creamy dream draped all over it, mingling with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Trust me, this recipe has been a life-saver when dinner plans go into panic mode.

So here’s the deal—this dish is a superstar in our tiny, chaotic kitchen. My husband, who’s more about take-out than tie-on-an-apron, was a total sucker for it. One rainy Tuesday, I whipped this up in hopes of breaking the spell of soggy sandwiches. Spoiler: it worked like magic. Now, it’s the hero of our mid-week dinners, devoured with enthusiasm and a side of giggles.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe

– It’s like a comforting hug, but in chicken form.
– Minimal drama with ingredients but major wow in taste.
– Perfect for impressing dinner guests or just your Netflix buddy.
– Sun-dried tomatoes… enough said.

How to Make It

Okay, roll up those sleeves because things are gonna get saucy. First, you’re gonna wanna season those chicken breasts like the rockstars they are. Heat up some oil in a skillet until it’s sizzling like a summer sidewalk. Toss those seasoned wonders in the pan, browning them on each side. This is where the aroma starts to take over your kitchen, and maybe a smoke detector if you’re as distracted as me.

Meanwhile, you’re whisking together cream, chicken broth, and, everyone’s fave, parmesan cheese. Chuck this creamy concoction into the pan with some magical sun-dried tomatoes. Bonus tip: sneak a couple of those juicy tomatoes for a pre-dinner snack. Let it all simmer until the chicken’s all cozy in its sauce blanket, and then throw in a handful of spinach to get those greens in.

Ingredient Notes

– Chicken Breasts: Honestly, these are just your blank canvas. I once tried thigh meat and it rocked too!
– Heavy Cream: It’s the whisper of richness you need, but don’t replace it with milk, unless you’re planning on making soup.
– Sun-dried Tomatoes: The gems of flavor. Try not to snack on all of them before they hit the pan.

Recipe Steps:

1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Brown in skillet.
2. Mix cream, broth, and parmesan. Add to pan with chicken.
3. Add sun-dried tomatoes, simmer until thickened.
4. Stir in spinach, and cook until wilted.

What to Serve It With

Vivaciously pair this with some crusty bread to soak up that sauce, or get clever with pasta. Not gonna lie, I once just went with roasted veggies ‘cause carbs and I had a brief tiff.

Tips & Mistakes

– Watch the spinach; it wilts in a blink.
– If the sauce gets too thick, splash more broth. Think of it as hydrating on your behalf.

Storage Tips

Turns out, leftovers are even better. Chuck them in an airtight container and they’ll be good in the fridge for about four cholesterol-ridden days. And eating this cold the next morning? I’ve made less exciting breakfast choices before—we’ve all been there.

Variations and Substitutions

There’s a lot of wiggle room here, dear kitchen wizard. Sub in coconut milk for a hint of the tropics. Toss in mushrooms or swap out spinach for kale…because fiber is cool. If all else fails, just embrace the improvisation. It’s the secret sauce of cooking.

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Easy Creamy Tuscan Chicken Recipe

This creamy Tuscan chicken recipe is easy to prepare and packed with flavors from sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and spinach, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
• ▢ 2 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 3 cloves garlic minced
• ▢ 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
• ▢ 2 cups baby spinach fresh
• ▢ 1.5 cups heavy cream
• ▢ 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
• ▢ 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ▢ 0.5 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
• Cook chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
• In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
• Add sun-dried tomatoes and baby spinach, cooking until spinach wilts.
• Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly.
• Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon sauce over them and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
• Serve hot with your choice of side dish.

Notes

For extra flavor, garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.